Hybrid Interaction/Visual Designer - Expert

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a pioneering financial institution that is redefining digital experiences and setting new industry standards. As an expert Hybrid Interaction/Visual Designer, you will be at the forefront of this transformation, directly shaping digital products that empower millions of users and solidify a future where design excellence is paramount to their global success. Your expertise will not only enhance customer journeys but also drive the evolution of digital finance.

Responsibilities

Understand and apply user interface patterns and behaviors to enhance user comprehension and task performance; Utilize visualizations and interactions to facilitate analytic thinking, especially with large data sets; Lead design critiques, evaluate interactions for inclusivity, and provide expert guidance to cross-functional teams; Facilitate ideation sessions and collaborative design activities; Serve as the interaction design subject-matter expert for the design team; Apply a comprehensive understanding of interaction design theory, visual design theory, research data, and best practices to inform design decisions; Create complex low-fidelity sketches, wireframes, and prototypes to explore, communicate, and validate ideas; Develop complex prototypes that provide precise delivery specifications for development teams; Present interaction design work and rationale to senior stakeholders; Facilitate usability testing sessions; Initiate and participate in user research activities; Research interaction design strategies within the financial services sector and conduct competitive audits; Perform pattern, micro-interaction, and component design audits as needed

Requirements

BA/BS degree in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; A portfolio showcasing application design samples; A minimum of 5 years of experience designing usable interfaces across multiple channels and platforms; Experience in an applied research setting, including integrating user research into product designs and design practices; Demonstrated ability to articulate design strategy, rationale, and logic, describing benefits and highlighting risks associated with design decisions; Demonstrated expertise with design, prototyping, and research tools such as Figma, Mural, and UserTesting.com

Nice to have

MA/MS degree or certification in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field; Strong understanding of the strengths and shortcomings of different research methods, and when and how to apply them during each product phase; An appreciation for the potential of 'design thinking'; Experience working within a large organization and within an agile environment

Benefits

subsidized health, vision, and dental plans; paid sick leave; retirement plans with a match; free online training through Aquent Gymnasium